14940 W Kerlin RdLenaIL61048



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Strong Cash FlowInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 14940 W Kerlin Rd, Lena, IL, 61048 in Lena. At $125,000 it earns $1,068/mo in rent and distributes $201/mo to the owner after the $562/mo payment, a consistent 10.25% yield. DSCR 1.90 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $34,535 in value; $1,151/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $60,751.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 10.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $201 | $250 |
City averages based on Lena market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,068 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $817 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.31x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 1870
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 61048, Lena, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,875 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,447 (77.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 284 (15.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 144 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $181,929 |
| Average Home Value | $218,842 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,635
Single Family
1,526
Multi-Family
109
Businesses
138



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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage


Single Family
Built in 1870
0.50 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 61048, Lena, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,875 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,447 (77.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 284 (15.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 144 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $181,929 |
| Average Home Value | $218,842 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,635
Single Family
1,526
Multi-Family
109
Businesses
138
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Listed by: TRISHA OPPOLD • Barnes Realty, Inc.
Mls Name: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #202501162
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